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Courts and Coverage

The Two "I's" of Risk Transfer: Indemnity and Insurance

2020-06-12 | David M Knapp

The Two "I's" of Risk Transfer: Indemnity and Insurance—Scope matters. David Knapp explains the concepts and applications.

Construction Law

Modify Construction Documents in Light of COVID-19

2020-05-15 | Robert J Miletsky

Reexamine partial releases, waivers of lien, and language on time extensions, per Robert Miletsky.

Defense and Settlement

Texas Recognizes Collusion as Exception to Eight-Corners Rule

2020-05-15 | Lyndon F Bittle

Lyndon Bittle discusses the recent Loya collusion exception to the eight-corners rule.

Claims Practices

Failure To Give Notice Defeats Coverage

2020-04-17 | Barry Zalma

Judgment creditor who did not comply with policy condition had no coverage. Barry Zalma relates the case.

Construction Law

Personal Guarantees in Construction

2020-04-17 | Robert J Miletsky

Know the facts, the risks, and the implications. Robert Miletsky reviews these and more.

Claims Management

Claims Management and Effective Risk Management

2020-03-20 | Christopher E Mandel

Claims Management and Effective Risk Management—Claims are the outgrowth of risk and exposure. Chris Mandel relates their relationship.

Courts and Coverage

Coverage for Ransomware Losses under Property Policies

2020-02-28 | David M Knapp

Coverage for Ransomware Losses under Property Policies—If hardware has been impaired, there may be coverage, per David Knapp.

Defense and Settlement

Texas Court Adopts Time-on-the-Risk Allocation

2020-02-28 | Lyndon F Bittle

Lyndon Bittle discusses the recent Vines-Herrin decision.

Claims Practices

Insured's Obligation To Read the Insurance Policy

2020-01-24 | Barry Zalma

Most people do not read their insurance policy. Barry Zalma explains why they should.

Claims Management

Bad Faith, Litigation Trends, and Emerging Tactics

2020-01-10 | Christopher E Mandel

Bad Faith, Litigation Trends, and Emerging Tactics—Chris Mandel examines legal costs that contribute significantly to the total cost of claims.